In this paper author examines the perception of Central Asia by contemporary
Russian thinkers and scientists: “neo-Slavophiles”, “Eurasians” and “Westernizers”. Author
established the existence of significant differences between three groups of experts in the
assessment of Russia’s foreign policy in relation to Central Asian states. This conclusion
applies equally to the attitude of selected Russian scientists concerning China, as well as to
Russia’s prospects in the region.
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